Black Cory Care Guide
Corydoras schultzei var. Black Corydoras
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Bioload Score
1200
PeacefulModerateFreshwater
- Max Size
- 6.4 cm / 2.5"
- Temperature
- 22–26°C (72–79°F)
- pH Range
- 6.0 – 7.8
- Min Tank Size
- 75L (20 gal)
- Min Group Size
- 6 fish
- Tank Level
- Bottom
- Origin
- South America
- Temperament
- Peaceful
- Difficulty
- Moderate
- Breeding Difficulty
- Moderate
Diet
Omnivorous, prefers a varied diet of sinking pellets, flakes, and live or frozen foods such as bloodworms and daphnia.
Community Compatibility
Very suitable for community tanks with other small, peaceful fish. Great companions for tetras, small rasboras, and other corydoras species.
Good to Know
The Black Cory is highly valued for its striking dark coloration, which can range from deep brown to almost black.
Gender Differences
Females tend to be larger and rounder than males.
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